Intermediate drummers can learn more drumming techniques, including double bass drum techniques, shuffle grooves, ride patterns, time feels, and more - all using the music of Metallica! Dozens of Metallica riffs are included as examples. Songs include: Better Than You

Zimmermann played principle double bass for the NY Philharmonic, and taught at Juilliard, Columbia, Manhattan School of Music and NYU. Through many helpful exercises and patterns, this book teaches double bassists techniques to help them master the fingerings and bowing patterns needed to play this instrument.

Ballad of the Rosemary by Ayton/McGinley. For Cello, Alto/Treble Recorder, Treble Viol, Tenor Viol, Bass Viol. Christmas Music, Recorder with other Instruments. 4 - Difficult. Score and parts. 12 pages. Published by Magnamusic Distributors Inc (MM.AWPMW02).
The ballad of the rosemary was based on a poem from A Wreath of Christmas Legends by Phyllis McGinley and set to music by Will Ayton. It was commissioned for the Eugelchor Consort in 1998 and is played on the popular Parthenia CD, available from MSR Classics. 12 page score and parts.

Holiday Bell Carol by Elliot Del Borgo. For String Orchestra (violin I, violin II, viola, cello, contrabass, rehearsal piano). Orchestra Music. Grade 1.5. Score only. Duration 2:40. Published by C. Alan Publications (CN.14031).
This piece will make an ideal holiday program selection. It is reminiscent of "Ukranian Bell Carol" but is much easier to play. The textural varieties and straightforward harmonic background give the piece a mature sound, and the comfort level of the parts should allow the students to play musically with great confidence.

Noel Alsacien by Felix Alexandre Guilmant (1837-1911). Arranged by Martin Melicharek, III. For Flute Choir (3 C flutes, alto flute, bass flute, and contrabass flute). Christmas. 8 pages. Duration 3'10". Published by Falls House Press (PR.FCMM2).
Noel Alsacien is a lovely piece typical of French Christmas music, transcribed from an organ work and arranged for a flute choir of 3 C flutes, an alto flute, a bass flute, and contrabass. The contrabass part is largely optional, and can alternatively be covered by a second bass flute or cello. A wonderful addition to a Christmas program. For intermediate players.

Pastorella by P. Marianus Konigsperger. Edited by Otto Biba. For 2 Violin, Viola, Cello, [Contrabass], Organ obligatto. This edition: paperbound. Coppenrath Series: South German Christmas Music; Use during the church year: Christmas. Score. Language: all languages. 18. Aug. 16 pages. Published by Carus Verlag (CA.9105800).
With Language: all languages. Coppenrath Series: South German Christmas Music; Use during the church year: Christmas.